Chinese phrase
是〜还是〜？ shì 〜 hái shì 〜
Meaning
Is it ___ or ___?
When to use it
Asks which of two alternatives is true or should be chosen. It is common in everyday questions and can sound neutral or polite.
Example dialogue
这件事 是 你来处理 还是 我来处理？ zhè jiàn shì shì nǐ lái chú lǐ hái shì wǒ lái chú lǐ
Will you handle this, or should I?
你来处理比较合适。 nǐ lái chú lǐ bǐ jiào hé shì
It would be more appropriate for you to handle it.